Drinking With: Nanette Lepore

The clothing designer on fashion parties, frou-frou dresses and her 'white wine moment'

By

Lettie Teague

July 23, 2011

When I first heard the name Nanette Lepore, I thought she must be a rock star from France. She's actually a famous clothing designer—from Youngstown, Ohio. Ms. Lepore's dresses (she is particularly known for her dresses) range from ruffly and girly to sleek and sophisticated. The designer likes to name most of her dresses, choosing monikers like Easy Lovin', Unfaithful and Savage Lover. What was the name of the dress she was wearing? "Grant My Wish," she answered. Suddenly, I felt a touch self-conscious. My dress was...